Palisades Punisher or Promenade

Palisades-Kepler State Park is a beautiful outdoor destination on the banks of the Cedar River outside Cedar Rapids. Dramatic river bluffs, deep ravines, majestic hardwood trees and an abundance of wildlife characterize the area, and Native American Indian mounds mark the early history of the park. Established in 1922, Louis H. Kepler donated his estate to the park in 1928, nearly doubling its size. Much of the park’s rustic character can be found in park structures built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.

Running predominately the trails will provide over 400 feet elevation gain per 2.4 mile loop. Rocky, roots, steps, single track trail provides breath taking views of the Cedar River and surrounding bluffs. But what goes up must come down as you return each loop to the start line. The Promenade is a 2 loop 4.8 mile stroll while the Punisher is to see how many loops you can do. Cutoff is 8 hours for the Punisher.